St. John’s established in 1870, has three New York City campuses; a graduate center in Hauppauge, NY; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. St. John’s University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations. 

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission.  As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community.  We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution.  As noted in our Vision Statement, our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.   

   ST. JOHN'S UNIVERSITY

NYCDOE COALITION SITE COORDINATOR

JOB DESCRIPTION FOR SITE COORDINATORS (11-MONTH APPOINTMENT)

The Site Coordinator (SC) serves a critical role at St. John’s University’s School of Education to help develop key partnerships with the New York City Coalition for Teacher Preparation model.  The SC is a full-time university faculty member who is primarily housed within a partnering PK-12 school district. Site coordinators serve three major roles. They serve as (1) the liaison between the university, school district, and school sites, (2) instructors for college courses and mentor teacher development, and (3) instructional coaches for their teacher candidates.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctorate Degree in education-related field
• Permanent/Professional Teacher Certification preferred
• At least 3 years teaching in PK-12 setting
• Strong communication skills
• Experience mentoring student teachers
• Familiarity with and/ or a willingness to deepen an understanding of culturally responsive pedagogy

GOALS

• Foster positive school-university relationships
• Maximize expertise of mentor teachers by facilitating ongoing training & support
• Develop leadership skills as a manager, facilitator, mentor, and clinically-embedded instructor
• Prepare highly-effective teachers to develop a culturally responsive and sustaining pedagogy
• Provide hands-on support and development that result in student achievement gains

DUTIES OF A SITE COORDINATOR

UNIVERSITY-SCHOOL LIAISON

• Collaborate with district and school administrators to select high-quality mentor teachers
• Engage in research with site communities and Coalition partners
• Facilitate ongoing assessment protocols that provide key information about teacher mentors and student mentees.
• Attend planning sessions with University and Coalition partners
• Conduct mentor teacher trainings each semester with the support of the district
• Conduct regular mentor teacher professional learning sessions
• Facilitate quarterly partnership meetings (Governance Meetings) to create & foster a positive relationship with district and school site staff

INSTRUCTOR

• At a minimum, teach one class section of Student Teaching Course each semester
• Regular communication with teacher candidates, mentors, and IHE program faculty
• Attend school and department faculty meetings
• Attend and participate in coordinator training and ongoing professional development meetings
• Attend IHE faculty and program meetings to contribute and share evaluation ratings of teacher candidates

INSTRUCTIONAL COACH FOR TEACHER CANDIDATES

• Supervise multiple cohorts (n = 10-25) of teacher candidates at various school sites
• Conduct regular walkthroughs outside of performance assessment cycles to collect data and provide ongoing support to teacher candidates
• Conduct formal performance assessments of teacher candidates at least twice per semester
• Ensure accurate entry of performance assessment ratings

PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

• Establish and maintain mutual respect, trust, communication and confidentiality with teacher candidates and school/district personnel
• Maintain a frequent, recurring presence in the school sites with the objective of facilitating walk- throughs, formal observations, and governance meetings

St. John’s offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget. We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy St. John’s performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events. 

Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.   

St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Required Skills Required Experience

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions, procedures, manuals, schematics and blueprints including, but not limited to, ladder logic, electronic prints, general plant wiring, manufacturers' schematic and pneumatic diagrams.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal instructions.
• Ability to apply mathematics skill at first year university level such as differential calculus and introductory statistics.
• Mechanical aptitude required to set-up, operate and troubleshoot machinery.
• Must be able to communicate with vendors, suppliers and/or internal support personnel by providing necessary, accurate and detailed information.
• Must be able to work independently and/or as part of a team.
• Must be able to work any shift, weekends, and overtime as needed.  Position is currently assigned to second shift (M-F, 2PM - 10PM)